Wagheshwar

Wagheshwar is a village located in Karad tehsil of Satara district in Maharashtra, India. It is situated 5km away from sub-district headquarter Karad (tehsildar office) and 45km away from district headquarter Satara. As per 2009 stats, Wagheshwar village is also a gram panchayat.

Here you can discover what makes Wagheshwar unique in its vibrant Karad-Satara region. You’ll see Wagheshwar’s rich profile with demographics like population, households, literacy, sex ratio, kids, castes etc., geographical details like satellite map, area, pincode, plus local governance through gram panchayat, broader constituencies, nearby villages, connectivity, and answers to common questions.

About Wagheshwar

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Wagheshwar is 564504. The village spans a total geographical area of 7051 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 415106. Karad is nearest town to Wagheshwar village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 5km away.

When it comes to local governance, Wagheshwar village is administered by a Sarpanch, the elected head of the village, in accordance with the Constitution of India and the Panchayati Raj Act. The village falls under the Karad North Vidhan Sabha constituency for state-level representation and the Satara Lok Sabha constituency for national parliamentary elections. The local administration is responsible for civic services and development within the village.

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Population of Wagheshwar

According to the 2011 Census, Wagheshwar has a total population of about 753, with approximately 380 males and 373 females. The sex ratio is around 981 females per 1,000 males. Children aged 0 to 6 years make up about 82 of the population, showing the young generation present in the village. There are about 56 members of the Scheduled Castes (SC), an important community in the village. The Scheduled Tribes (ST) population numbers around 2. The overall literacy rate is approximately 78.22%, with male literacy at about 83.68% and female literacy near 72.65%. There are around 173 households in the village. Together, these details offer a clear picture of Wagheshwar's population size, gender balance, young residents, literacy levels, and social makeup.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 753 380 373
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 82 45 37
Scheduled Castes (SC) 56 28 28
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 2 N/A 2
Literate Population 589 318 271
Illiterate Population 164 62 102

Connectivity of Wagheshwar

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Wagheshwar. As per the 2011 stats, Wagheshwar had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within 10+ km distance
Railway Station Available within <5 km distance

Nearby Villages of Wagheshwar

Knowing the nearby villages of Wagheshwar helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Wagheshwar.

Frequently Asked Questions about Wagheshwar

Where is Wagheshwar located?
Wagheshwar village is situated in Karad Tehsil, within the Satara district of Maharashtra, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Wagheshwar?
Wagheshwar serves as its own Gram Panchayat (as per 2009 stats), overseeing its local governance and development.
What is the pincode of Wagheshwar?
The pincode of Wagheshwar is 415106, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Wagheshwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Wagheshwar is 753, with 380 males and 373 females.
How many households are there in Wagheshwar as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Wagheshwar village has a total of 173 households.
What is the literacy rate in Wagheshwar as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Wagheshwar is 78.22%. The male literacy rate is 83.68%, while the female literacy rate is 72.65%.